Swords and Swoons

S2E17 : The Assassin's Blade - Full Deep Dive

Before there was Endovier. Before the Glass Castle. Before the King's Champion. There was The Assassin's Blade. In this episode, we're diving into all five novellas that shaped Celaena Sardothien long before the events of Throne of Glass. As we revisit these stories, we're sharing our favorite moments, discussing the incredible foreshadowing Sarah J. Maas planted years before it paid off, and reflecting on just how much more emotional these novellas become on a reread. Knowing where the series ends makes every act of kindness, every friendship, and every heartbreak hit even harder. Join us as we celebrate the prequel collection that transformed Celaena from Adarlan's Assassin into one of fantasy's most beloved heroines and reminded us why The Assassin's Blade deserves far more love than it gets. ✨ Spoilers for all five novellas of The Assassin's Blade

S2E16: Crown of Midnight - Pt 2 Deep Dive (Finale)

The truth is finally revealed... and nothing in the Throne of Glass series will ever be the same. In the epic conclusion to our Crown of Midnight reread, we're breaking down the second half of the book, where grief turns into vengeance, long-buried secrets come to light, and the mystery surrounding the Glass Castle begins to unravel. We're unpacking the emotional fallout of Nehemia's death, debating Chaol's impossible choices, celebrating Dorian's growing role in the story, and discussing the reveals that completely redefine everything we thought we knew about Celaena Sardothien. And of course, we couldn't end this deep dive without talking about one of the most iconic twists in fantasy: the revelation that changes the future of the series forever. ✨ Spoilers for the second half of Crown of Midnight

S2E15: Crown of Midnight - Pt 1 Deep Dive (Chapters 1 -29)

Our journey through the Maasverse continues as we dive into Part One of Crown of Midnight, and if you thought Throne of Glass was just setting the stage, think again. In this episode, we're breaking down the opening chapters of the second book in Sarah J. Maas's iconic series, where Celaena has officially stepped into her role as the King's Champion. But behind every assignment lies another secret, loyalties begin to blur, and the weight of the choices she's making starts to take its toll. Join us as we continue our complete Sarah J. Maas reread series, one chapter at a time. ✨ Spoilers for the first half of Crown of Midnight and Throne of Glass

S2E14: Throne ofGlass - Pt 2 Deep Dive (Chapters 28 -55)

The Champion's Competition is heating up, bodies are piling up, and there is definitely something evil lurking beneath the Glass Castle. In Part 2 of our Throne of Glass reread, we're covering Chapters 28–55 and diving into the mystery, magic, and mayhem that transform this story from a competition between champions into something far darker. We discuss the escalating murders, the secrets hidden within the castle tunnels, and the clues Sarah J. Maas was planting from the very beginning of the series. We're also revisiting some of our favorite character moments, including peak Dorian banter, Chaol's growing concern for Celaena, Nehemia's shocking revelations, and the ongoing debate that launched a thousand fandom arguments: Team Dorian or Team Chaol? ✨ Spoilers for Chapters 28–55 of Throne of Glass

S2E13: Throne of Glass - Pt 1 Deep Dive (Chapters 1 -27)

Our Maasverse reread officially begins! In anticipation of the next ACOTAR release, we're heading all the way back to where it all began: Throne of Glass. I n Part One of our deep dive, we're covering Chapters 1–27 and revisiting the book that introduced us to Celaena Sardothien, the Glass Castle, and the world that would eventually become one of fantasy's most beloved series. Join us as we meet Celaena, Chaol, Dorian, and Nehemia all over again, revisit the beginning of the mystery beneath the castle, and remember why so many readers fell in love with this series in the first place. ✨ Spoilers for Chapters 1–27 of Throne of Glass ✨ Character introductions, early mysteries, and plenty of reread insights ahead